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New program aims to keep aging veterans independent

NCT ID NCT05493241

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is developing and testing a behavioral activation program for older veterans at risk of losing the ability to do daily tasks on their own. The program, delivered via video telehealth, helps veterans engage in activities that matter to them. The study will first adapt the program with feedback from veterans and staff, then test it in a small group, and finally compare it to usual care in 48 veterans to see if it is feasible and acceptable.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Behavioral Activation for Independence in Older Veterans (ACTIVaTE) program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a simple, home-based way to help older veterans stay independent longer, reducing the need for hospital or nursing home care.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study (58 participants) testing whether the program is practical and liked by veterans. It is not designed to prove the program works, so results may not show clear benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 58 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2024

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a US federal agency other than the NIH.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Receiving VA primary care * Community-dwelling (living outside nursing homes) * At risk for functional decline (VES-13 score 3 or higher in Aim 2; VA frailty index higher than 0.2 in Aim 3) Exclusion Criteria: * Non-English speaking * Currently receiving physical therapy, occupational therapy, or psychotherapy * Advanced cognitive impairment (MIS-T 3 or lower) * Uncorrectable hearing or visual impairment that would preclude participation * Unstable physical or mental health condition: * ongoing evaluation of new cardiac or respiratory symptoms * receiving hospice or palliative care services * anticipated surgery in the next 3 months * severe depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 14 or higher) * active suicidal ideation * likely substance use disorder (positive TICS) * schizophrenia * psychosis in the past 6 months * (Aim 2 and 3) Currently receiving physical therapy, occupational therapy, or psychotherapy * (Aim 3 only) No access to video-capable device (tablet, smartphone, computer) for VVC visits

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Functional independence

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA Bedford HealthCare System, Bedford, MA

    RECRUITING

    Bedford, Massachusetts, 01730-1114, United States

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